Tracy public meetings in 2025
14 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council decided to award the Tracy Community Center project to Ankeny Builders Incorporated. The project includes interior insulation, IT infrastructure, and the creation of a kitchen and conference rooms. The Council also discussed a pending AFSCME contract for 2026-2028, which will be reviewed at a later date.
- Resolution 2025-103: Awarded Tracy Community Center project to Ankeny Builders of Blue Earth for $748,000
- Allocation of $50,000 for IT infrastructure including cameras and security doors
- Allocation of $20,000 for kitchen equipment
- Discussion of AFSCME Contract for 2026-2028 (approval deferred to January meeting)
Meeting
The City Council adopted the 2026 budget and a 5% tax levy to maintain funding for the Clean-up Tracy program. The body also approved a fee schedule and a contract for police union representation.
- Resolution 2025-91: Adopting the 2026 tax levy at 5%
- Resolution 2025-92: Approval of the 2026 budget
- SCADA improvements: Approved low base bid of $497,340
- Resolution 2025-102: $1,210 special assessment for M & M Properties fire call
- Resolution 2025-95: Redemption of Tracy 2016A bond for Orchard Lane Apartments
City Council
The Council received updates on the revocation of the Cedar Lane Mobile Home Park license and discussed safety improvements for City Hall staff. Members also reviewed budget performance and upcoming tax hearings.
- Approval of Resolution 2025-90 to certify 2025 delinquent bills for 2026 tax statements
- Proposed $1,753 direct alert system for City Hall staff safety
- Proposed February 2026 payoff of $845,000 principal on Orchard Lane bond
- Purchase of a used pickup vehicle for $39,000
- Approval of 2026 city licenses for plumbers, cigarettes, and liquor
City Council
The City Council approved funding for airport zoning and fuel system updates and authorized new play equipment for Sebastian Park. The Council tabled a decision on the Cedar Lane Mobile Home Park evacuation plan, requesting more involvement from the park owner.
- Approved $26,000 for Sebastian Park play equipment using a $30,000 Taylor Family Foundation grant
- Approved $16,500 local share for Airport Zoning & Clear Zone Acquisition Plan
- Approved $12,000 local share for Airport Fuel System Update with EMV Chip Reader
- Accepted $2,500 donation from Tracy Eagles Club for Central Park electrical improvements
- Reduced 2026 FFA lease rent on Front Street to $1,800
City Council
The City Council decided to acquire four tax-forfeited parcels for drainage, parking, and demolition. The body also received updates on airport projects and a $600,000 HUD grant for water infrastructure.
- Purchase of 224 South Street for up to $7,000 for community center parking
- Purchase of 200 Union Street and 424 Rowland Street for up to $2,000 each for demolition
- Purchase of parcel #31-140015-1 for $300 for storm sewer easement
- Award of $600,000 HUD Small Cities Development Program grant for water infrastructure
- Resolution 2025-81 to include Paid Family Medical Leave in employee handbook effective Jan 1, 2026
City Council
The City Council approved a 25-year franchise renewal agreement with MN Energy Resources and set the preliminary 2026 budget levy. The body also discussed progress on Central Park improvements and housing grants.
- Approved Ordinance #394 for a 25-year franchise renewal with MN Energy Resources
- Resolution 2025-79: Set preliminary 2026 budget levy at 5%
- Resolution 2025-78: Restricted $154,500 in the Local Housing Trust Fund for matching grant requirements
- Resolution 2025-77: Accepted donations for benches at Central Park
- Proposed $20,000 DNR relief grant for city-wide tree inventory and management plan
CITY COUNCIL
The City Council approved several resolutions related to airport operations, including a farm lease and a state maintenance grant. The body also authorized a change order for a 4-unit hangar project and scheduled a public hearing for a utility franchise renewal.
- Resolution 2025-74: Airport farm lease for 113.47 acres to Greg and Scott Lanoue
- Resolution 2025-75: MN Dept of Transportation grant for $23,625.77 annually for two years
- Resolution 2025-76: Airport hangar change order including $6,256 for interior walls and a 30-day extension
- Public hearing scheduled for September 22, 2025, regarding Ordinance #394 franchise renewal with Minnesota Energy Resources
- Reported $2 million congressional direct spending and $12 million state bonding requests for city projects
City Council
The City Council discussed legal options for abating chronic nuisance properties, specifically focusing on 200 Union Street and 424 Rowland Street. The body also approved budget amendments and resolutions regarding airport hangars and SCADA improvements.
- Direction to pursue enforcement on nuisance properties at 200 Union Street and 424 Rowland Street
- Resolution 2025-72: Budget amendment #1 for lobbyist services, library programming, and Phase E bond interest
- Resolution 2025-71: Authorization for SCADA improvements bidding
- Resolution 2025-70: Correction of pay app #4 for airport hangars
- Resolution 2025-69: Consent to Blue Peak transfer of control of franchise
City Council
The City Council approved grants for airport infrastructure and authorized the Economic Development Authority to purchase a real estate lot. The body also processed municipal payables and discussed aquatic center internet updates.
- Resolution 2025-65: $12,000 city contribution for a new airport card reader grant
- Resolution 2025-67: Approval of Pay App #4 for airport hangers
- Resolution 2025-66: Approval for EDA to purchase a real estate lot for $100.00
- Approval of Municipal Accounts payable and Payroll
City Council
The Tracy City Council approved a contract for bike path work and accepted a donation for Central Park. The council also received updates on airport and municipal infrastructure projects.
- Resolution 2025-64: Approved M & R Paving quote of $93,456.00 for Bike Path Overlay Project
- Resolution 2025-61: Accepted donation from Wayne and Connie Anderson for Central Park water expansion
- Resolution 2025-62: Approved street closure request from Tattle Tales
- Resolution 2025-63: Approved BCD licenses and street closures
- Discussion of a $30,000 state grant (60/40) for airport card reader replacement in 2026
City Council
The City Council met with township board members to discuss funding for the fire department, specifically regarding a projected $800,000 truck replacement in 2028. The body also approved a change order for an airport hangar project. No new fire rates were set beyond 2026; a follow-up meeting is scheduled for November.
- Approved Resolution 2025-60: $1,500 change order for 4-Unit T-Hangar project
- Discussion of $800,000 estimated cost for a new fire truck in 2028
- Debate over fire contract billing by section versus property value
- Review of current fire budget expenditure of approximately $160,000 per year
City Council
The City Council approved a bid for sealcoating and an amendment to the Facility Plan for the Infrastructure Improvement Project. Members also discussed playground installation delays and drainage issues on E Morgan Street.
- Resolution 2025-57: Award Sealcoating Bid
- Resolution 2025-59: Approving & Adopting the Facility Plan Amendment for the Infrastructure Improvement Project
- Resolution 2025-58: Accept Donation for playground equipment installation meals
- Discussion on closing a portion of 3rd Street for a Tattle Tales event on August 23, 2025
- Public comment regarding stagnant water and gravel on E Morgan Street
City Council
The City Council decided to move forward with the purchase of a nuisance parcel for snow storage. The body also approved resolutions for an airport improvement grant and a SCADA system update for water and sewer services.
- Purchase of parcel 31-182046-2 for $2,000 plus closing costs and taxes
- Resolution 2025-55: Authorization to execute MN Dept of Transportation Grant Agreement for Airport Improvement
- Resolution 2025-56: Approval of SCADA Task Order #9 to update water/sewer computer systems
- Discussion of playground equipment assembly starting July 7th
- Public comment regarding cannabis sales at the Municipal Liquor Store
City Council
The City Council discussed the duration and pricing of rural service fire contracts and approved resolutions regarding city-owned property and hazard mitigation. Department heads provided updates on grants, public works, and upcoming state-mandated medical leave costs.
- Special council meeting scheduled for July 21, 2025, to discuss rural fire contract rates with townships
- Resolution 2025-50 approved to set prices on city owned property
- Resolution 2025-51 approved regarding the Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan
- $30,000 grant from Taylor Farms Foundation for Sebastian Park play equipment
- Estimated cost of up to $7,000 for state-mandated paid family medical leave starting January 1, 2026